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Caroline Rodriguez

Caroline is a part of the public education and communications team at the MPC. She is responsible for going out into the community and curating the content on MPC's social media pages including Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and this blog! Caroline is passionate about poison prevention and spreading the safety messages of the MPC to as many people as possible.

18 November 2025

Travel Tips for Poison Safety

Caroline Rodriguez Food Safety, Holiday Safety, Medicine Safety, Poison Safety, Safe Storage, Traveling Leave a Comment
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Travel plans bring excitement and change, but they can also bring new risks. Poisonings can happen anywhere – even in hotels, rental homes, or while visiting family. New places, different routines, and common traveling mistakes can all increase the risk

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29 October 2025

Glow Sticks

Caroline Rodriguez Children, Glow Sticks, Halloween Safety Leave a Comment
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Glow sticks are a fun way to light up parties, concerts, and other events. If a glow stick breaks open, the liquid inside can cause irritation to the skin, mouth, and eyes.

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